Dam thats krazy... he was a hitting machine. .. if he had come early or later he'd hit .400 a few times....he played in an era of lots of superstar starters & relievers
Obviously a great player, but even a better person! He also loved and respected the game more than 99% of the players in history, I think. P.S. Keep up the great work at Antonelli Baseball!
I use to spend weekends at his house... Me and his son tony jr were best buds back in the day... Tony sr was a great dude... Played ping pong with, took us driving in the canyons of poway in his drop top Porsche... Man what a dude.... r.i.p Mr Tony! Thank you for the things you taught me as a youngster
Tony was one of the toughest outs ever. Not only was he a great hitter, but he really worked a pitcher. You pitch 5 times against Tony Gwynn, he will wear you out. RIP. A real class act.
@@joejackson9986 I would agree, but as a Louisville native, it's disappointing seeing him not use a Louisville Slugger. So I have to go with Ted Williams, who had the greatest eyes of all time, and he actually came to Louisville to have his bats custom made.
I love this man...I remember being at his last game at Dodger Stadium in September 2001...it was the first game after 9/11 and Tony got a 5 minute standing ovation knowing it was his last trip to the Ravine...RIP Tony
Tony was my favorite professional player when I played little league and HS ball. just hit the ball and put it in play . A real rare baseball legend that can teach a lot
Baseball will never see another hitter like him, 8 batting titles is mind blowing, and don't forget how good of a basketball player he was ! R.I.P. to the great Tony Gwynn !!!!!!!
He was the point guard for Arizona State I believe and went to play baseball. I could be wrong about the college but I do remember he was a point guard. Fortunate to see him play for the majority of his career.
RIP Tony Gwynn from Long Beach California. Great hitter as well as great person and family man! Was also a great basketball player also at Long Beach Poly High school an San Diego State University. Was drafted by the San Diego clippers of the NBA out of college but chose baseball instead. Hall of fame career with the San Diego Padres. One love to Tony and his family in the LBC!
YES! I believe he was contacted the same day by both, the NBA & MLB… He was/is my favorite player, ever in my 42 year life. - His son and I are close in age (randomness) Early 80’s: Uniforms were brown and yellow striped Spent more of my childhood, and time with my dad at Jack Murphy Stadium, aka “QualCom Stadium” aka…ect.🥴 ballgame - favorite players - home team - explanation of each game - calls - plays. Anxiously awaited each player and each team. . .Score Board and sport talk radio announcer Ted Lightner SD Padres #19 Tony Gwynn “Mr. San Diego Good Man + Good Family = Grate Memories✨🙏
Rip Tony Gwynn, one of the greatest hitters ever and so consistent for so long. 19 straight years batting .300 or higher and the only player in modern history to approach a .400 average in a season since Ted Williams did it in 1941.
That's my dude and my spot! I've usually had two shitty teams in town and as a ballplayers... I just decided to go to games when the players I wanted to emulate came into town. Tony Gwynn and Barry Bonds I saw MANY times at wrigley. Rickey Henderson and Griffey Jr at Comisky every time i could get there when they were here. People tell me im nuts for going down to Sox park alone on the train as a kid. I also wrestled and fought in full contact karate. That practice made the several times crackheads tried to mug me not end well for them. One guy tried to use a BAT. A terrible weapon and karate's weapon stuff is about taking it from them and I did. The police said I could keep it after his court date. I wanted to. I broke one of his knees, nose, and his arm with it. It was too far to get to, and I didn't bother. Hahahaha
@@gonedeep43 It's just smart. We haven't had that many of them! Mark Grace doesn't get enough credit. I went to some on-field clinics they did where they had players talk to us. He said the thing that made me believe my tiny butt could be a great hitter: hitting a round ball with a round bat square is the hardest thing in sports. You have to believe you can, no matter what. How good the pitcher Is? Doesn't matter. You believe you're better than them or you're Toast. He talked about his first MLB at bat. Nolan freakin' Ryan was pitching. "I just did what I can do. Didn't think about who he was because you can't." Inside out swung a double in the gap. Hell yeah! I learned from that not to fear any pitcher, ever. I got from Ted Wlliams swinging up slightly and never swinging at whatever pitcher's pitch type it is the first time you see it. So your eyes and mind can understand how it moves. Unless you have two strikes. But know that getting a good read on a pitch helps you against that pitcher the rest of game, season, your career. It's better to take strike three than hit into a double play
Frank Thomas is my favorite all-around hitter, but Tony Gwynn was a true Legendary Scientist at the plate. Such a pleasure to behold such a crafty & troublesome legend in my era. Gone but not forgotten.
Went to a San Diego State clinic when I was in high school during the summer. Had to sit down during BP cause it was so damn hot I started to feel sick. Got to sit next to Tony Gwynn. Really nice guy, and very cool to sit and talk with. RIP.
In case people didn't know, the left handed hitter throughout the video is Tony's son, Anthony Gwynn Jr. I just love hearing Tony talk hitting. As a Padres fan, I'm proud to call him Mr. Padre.
Such a great video, really appreciate that Tony would do this for young players like me. You can tell he was a great guy off the field, and he was an outstanding player on the field, one of the greatest of all time. Such a shame that he passed so soon, he is missed by everyone in the baseball community. Guys, never do tobacco.
My absolute favorite slugger of all time!! It was awesome to watch you just break down pitchers. Thanks for all the great memories of a truly exceptional guy. RIP #19 'Mr. Padre'.
These videos are fantastic wish they would bring something back like this for the kids Tony Gwynn was one of the greatest hitters of all time and a humble man
So very very very fortunate to meet him and show me how to be a better hitter when I was a young rookie in spring training in 1988 in Lakeland rest in peace Tony, you are the best ever a wealth of knowledge
This is one of the best videos on hitting that i've seen. Tony Gwynn kept it so simple, that's why he was a great hitter. That's what makes this video so valuable for coaches. Thanks Tony. RIP
I know Tony Gwynn passed away in 2014 but he is my idol the one I look up too. Because of him my batting average this year is over .600 . If we didn't have the king of swing then I would be batting less than .200 and not be as consistent as I am now. Tony Gwynn will forever be my hero.🙏🏻
Who else remembers seeing this on DirectTV YEARS ago? Like 2007 haha. I bet only a very few people will remember or even had the chance to find this/see this on DirectTV.
sometimes people dislike things because they think something about it is sad. They could be disliking because they dislike the fact that he's gone, so we'll hope it's that.
This video is great for me to teach my son (7) he’s a lefty wants to throw right handed for some reason but very good for me to understand to teach him love the aerial views especially
Shame on you! One of the best hitters ever and all you have to comment is about his weight! Your either young or just lack intelligence? Probably never even played the game or just all?
This is essential as many little league coaches hardly talk about lower body balance, limited head movement, hitting back, and etc. Have to build up the foundation of batting slowly first yet all busy teaching kids to make contact...
Best way to simplify the swing and lead with your hands. One of the greatest hitters. Thank you for your contributions to the game and a great hitting video!
It was amazing that from age 6 I had a stance and swing very natural to his, almost perfectly neutral, medium- high front kick, was a little more of a pull hitter. I like seeing the kid on the soft toss. Very pure motion, can tell where the ball is going before he finishes contact. More shoulders and hands, more oppo field. More trunk and hips leading, the more the hands trail, the less you pull, so if it's bang bang to contact, it'd be to right center, just to the right of 2B. Hands through a little quicker, more toward the first base line. As you develop as a hitter, more of a leg kick is better for power (if you're farther back in the box) but in theory more exploitable to pitchers. Great stuff and long live the greatest hitter since Ted Williams. Tony Gwynn forever.
You know what's crazy is that most of what he's shown in this video is what most kids learn in little league. Just goes to show that knowing the basics and staying consistent will make you a good hitter
Its funny he talks about having a very small amount of head movement during the swing. I was recently watching Ken Griffey Jr hitting and his head was completely stationary through his swing.
The very best swing a bat like a golf club. Short to no stride. Hips clear before striking ball. High-low-high swing path. Hands leading the bat or club which creates lag and power.
I'm here more to hear his voice. Man, I miss it. I would tune in at 4:00 to KFMB just to hear him talk to Mark Larson. Tony has the greatest laugh in the world.
I have baseball statistic books that reach back to the beginning of the sport. Not one of my books has a statistic about players facing a fresh pitcher. That is something that came out in the 1980's. Way back when - you did not have 5 or 6 or more fresh pitchers to face.
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Between Smoltz, Glavine, and Maddux he faced them 396 times combined and struck out 3 TIMES. One of the greatest hitters ever
No doubt is the best
Insane Stat!!!!!!
Not one of....the greatest pure hitter ever!!
Only twice, Maddux never struck him out and Smoltz/Glavine once each
Dam thats krazy... he was a hitting machine. .. if he had come early or later he'd hit .400 a few times....he played in an era of lots of superstar starters & relievers
One of the best ever!!!
Obviously a great player, but even a better person! He also loved and respected the game more than 99% of the players in history, I think. P.S. Keep up the great work at Antonelli Baseball!
Funny this video has been on RUclips for 6 years
Muscle Memory... if you have read "Men at Work" the section on Tony Gwynn is tremendous.
Most definitely!
I use to spend weekends at his house... Me and his son tony jr were best buds back in the day... Tony sr was a great dude... Played ping pong with, took us driving in the canyons of poway in his drop top Porsche... Man what a dude.... r.i.p Mr Tony! Thank you for the things you taught me as a youngster
What a great teacher. No ego, gets the point across in an understandable way. Seems like a nice man
How is this not the MOST viewed Baseball Tutorial on RUclips
Tony was one of the toughest outs ever. Not only was he a great hitter, but he really worked a pitcher. You pitch 5 times against Tony Gwynn, he will wear you out. RIP. A real class act.
Boone Docker the man def Knew how to hit. Can’t pick a better a guy to teach u on how to hit a baseball.
greatest pure hitter in the history of the MLB
@@joejackson9986 I would agree, but as a Louisville native, it's disappointing seeing him not use a Louisville Slugger. So I have to go with Ted Williams, who had the greatest eyes of all time, and he actually came to Louisville to have his bats custom made.
@@augustgreig9420 i hear what you're saying...i think you've got a point...
looks like that cheeseburger is a tough out for tony nowadays. respected his game tho
RIP Tony---u were so damn good
It was a privilege for us to work with the Great Tony Gwynn and be able to share his coaching with others. Good luck with your game.
I love this man...I remember being at his last game at Dodger Stadium in September 2001...it was the first game after 9/11 and Tony got a 5 minute standing ovation knowing it was his last trip to the Ravine...RIP Tony
Imagine going to college and having Tony Gwynn as your batting coach. Yipes!
A little thing called SDSU
Tony was my favorite professional player when I played little league and HS ball. just hit the ball and put it in play . A real rare baseball legend that can teach a lot
Baseball will never see another hitter like him, 8 batting titles is mind blowing, and don't forget how good of a basketball player he was ! R.I.P. to the great Tony Gwynn !!!!!!!
He was the point guard for Arizona State I believe and went to play baseball. I could be wrong about the college but I do remember he was a point guard. Fortunate to see him play for the majority of his career.
@@berniestewart1738wow didn’t know that!
RIP Tony Gwynn from Long Beach California. Great hitter as well as great person and family man! Was also a great basketball player also at Long Beach Poly High school an San Diego State University. Was drafted by the San Diego clippers of the NBA out of college but chose baseball instead. Hall of fame career with the San Diego Padres. One love to Tony and his family in the LBC!
YES! I believe he was contacted the same day by both, the NBA & MLB…
He was/is my favorite player, ever in my 42 year life.
- His son and I are close in age (randomness)
Early 80’s: Uniforms were brown and yellow striped
Spent more of my childhood, and time with my dad at
Jack Murphy Stadium,
aka “QualCom Stadium” aka…ect.🥴
ballgame - favorite players - home team - explanation of each game - calls - plays.
Anxiously awaited each player and each team. . .Score Board and sport talk radio announcer Ted Lightner
SD Padres
#19 Tony Gwynn
“Mr. San Diego
Good Man + Good Family = Grate Memories✨🙏
Rip Tony Gwynn, one of the greatest hitters ever and so consistent for so long. 19 straight years batting .300 or higher and the only player in modern history to approach a .400 average in a season since Ted Williams did it in 1941.
Getting a hitting lesson from Tony is like sitting in on a math class by einstein.
Science as well
Nah its like God telling u how to use magic powers
faccs
I’m lucky enough to say that I have and your comment is no lie!
@Bread And Circuses and your point is?
Sr and Jr together... thank you Tony
How many coaches do you know that go so in depth to improve your swing that they recommend batting glove tips
He's so legendary
Tony the legend. I watched him go 5 for 5 at a game at Wrigley. He got a standing ovation after his 5th hit from the opposing fans.
That's my dude and my spot! I've usually had two shitty teams in town and as a ballplayers... I just decided to go to games when the players I wanted to emulate came into town. Tony Gwynn and Barry Bonds I saw MANY times at wrigley. Rickey Henderson and Griffey Jr at Comisky every time i could get there when they were here. People tell me im nuts for going down to Sox park alone on the train as a kid. I also wrestled and fought in full contact karate. That practice made the several times crackheads tried to mug me not end well for them. One guy tried to use a BAT. A terrible weapon and karate's weapon stuff is about taking it from them and I did. The police said I could keep it after his court date. I wanted to. I broke one of his knees, nose, and his arm with it. It was too far to get to, and I didn't bother. Hahahaha
Cub fans will always acknowledge great hitters from opposing teams.
@@gonedeep43 It's just smart. We haven't had that many of them!
Mark Grace doesn't get enough credit. I went to some on-field clinics they did where they had players talk to us. He said the thing that made me believe my tiny butt could be a great hitter: hitting a round ball with a round bat square is the hardest thing in sports. You have to believe you can, no matter what. How good the pitcher Is? Doesn't matter. You believe you're better than them or you're Toast.
He talked about his first MLB at bat. Nolan freakin' Ryan was pitching.
"I just did what I can do. Didn't think about who he was because you can't." Inside out swung a double in the gap. Hell yeah! I learned from that not to fear any pitcher, ever.
I got from Ted Wlliams swinging up slightly and never swinging at whatever pitcher's pitch type it is the first time you see it. So your eyes and mind can understand how it moves. Unless you have two strikes. But know that getting a good read on a pitch helps you against that pitcher the rest of game, season, your career. It's better to take strike three than hit into a double play
With so much information nowadays, its refreshing to hear the simple method that has worked for generations.
Frank Thomas is my favorite all-around hitter, but Tony Gwynn was a true Legendary Scientist at the plate. Such a pleasure to behold such a crafty & troublesome legend in my era. Gone but not forgotten.
Went to a San Diego State clinic when I was in high school during the summer. Had to sit down during BP cause it was so damn hot I started to feel sick. Got to sit next to Tony Gwynn. Really nice guy, and very cool to sit and talk with. RIP.
In case people didn't know, the left handed hitter throughout the video is Tony's son, Anthony Gwynn Jr. I just love hearing Tony talk hitting. As a Padres fan, I'm proud to call him Mr. Padre.
Thank you for sharing Ryan. Very cool to see father and son together. It was an honor for us to work with Tony on these videos.
YEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEESSSSS I KNEW IT. I said to myself is that tony Gwynn jr he looks familiar
🤥don't lie. He calls him KJ in the video at 7:47🤨
@@jonnyblayze5149 “The left handed hitter throughout the video…”
Such a great video, really appreciate that Tony would do this for young players like me. You can tell he was a great guy off the field, and he was an outstanding player on the field, one of the greatest of all time. Such a shame that he passed so soon, he is missed by everyone in the baseball community. Guys, never do tobacco.
He taught me so much with these amazing videos when i was growing up playing baseball, RIP legend
Poor Tony. Thank you for all the memories.
Still can't believe the great Tony is gone. He passed on too young. Great video of the basics.
I catch myself wondering why he’s not on broadcasts anymore… then remember he passed away.
My absolute favorite slugger of all time!! It was awesome to watch you just break down pitchers. Thanks for all the great memories of a truly exceptional guy. RIP #19 'Mr. Padre'.
Awesome that he recognized Carew as one of his mentors. I grew up watching him hit. True masters with a bat
These videos are fantastic wish they would bring something back like this for the kids Tony Gwynn was one of the greatest hitters of all time and a humble man
So very very very fortunate to meet him and show me how to be a better hitter when I was a young rookie in spring training in 1988 in Lakeland rest in peace Tony, you are the best ever a wealth of knowledge
Tony was certainly in a league of his own! What a classy human being he was. We all miss you, big guy!
This is one of the best videos on hitting that i've seen. Tony Gwynn kept it so simple, that's why he was a great hitter. That's what makes this video so valuable for coaches. Thanks Tony. RIP
This is hands down the best video on batting I’ve ever seen. Great player and teacher!
One of the best hitters I've seen.
Yes, a legend. Thanks for the feedback Jc. Good luck with your game!
he was a good hitter
I know Tony Gwynn passed away in 2014 but he is my idol the one I look up too. Because of him my batting average this year is over .600 . If we didn't have the king of swing then I would be batting less than .200 and not be as consistent as I am now. Tony Gwynn will forever be my hero.🙏🏻
Mitchell A look up Jake Harvey. That will tell you all you need to know
I remember watching this on OnDemand years ago when it first came out. What a legend!
Smooth with the bat and explaining his hitting drills RIP Mr Tony Gwynn
rip Tony gwynn a great ball player and a great man
I love Tony! Such a joy and very special player!
Who else remembers seeing this on DirectTV YEARS ago? Like 2007 haha. I bet only a very few people will remember or even had the chance to find this/see this on DirectTV.
Such a lovely human being.
Can't believe there are 38 knuckleheads who would actually give this video a thumbs down. Great hitter and even better person.
They Don't know hitting Nor Baseball their Clowns.. RIP Tony
sometimes people dislike things because they think something about it is sad. They could be disliking because they dislike the fact that he's gone, so we'll hope it's that.
From all 38 great pitchers Tony ate up!
Jeff Mixon probably dodger fans or something
Jeff Mixon or someone in the padres division
Tony can still swing the mallet. One of the greatest cards ever, 1983 Topps Tony Gwynn.
This video is great for me to teach my son (7) he’s a lefty wants to throw right handed for some reason but very good for me to understand to teach him love the aerial views especially
#19 Salute to the great Mr. Padre
I wish I had this video as a young player! Makes this old dog want to go to the batting cage today! We miss ya Tony!
Everytime I hear Tony Jr on the radio, I hear Tony senior. Their voices are almost identical
wow, tony was living large in this video. one of my favorite all time hitters.
Shame on you! One of the best hitters ever and all you have to comment is about his weight! Your either young or just lack intelligence? Probably never even played the game or just all?
@@m4rab Easy there snowflake. He's making a simple observation ... and like 2 years ago to boot. lmao
@@m4rab
Ease up, big guy
Simple, no fancy gimmicks, just a HOF'er simply describing the best way to hit a ball.
Love this video! Great to see people sharing drills to help athletes and coaches improve their game!
That guy has great batting mechanics, I like how he follows thru with the swing while pivoting off the left ball of his foot.
I loved those batting gloves, I had a pair my freshman year of high school. Man I wish they still made those
The Great Tony Gwynn
your wisdom has more value than most people realise
and I lament that you aren't here to share more of it.
Tony was a beast. Baseball genius and bonafide Legend
Rest easy Tony. You'll be forever missed & loved.
This is essential as many little league coaches hardly talk about lower body balance, limited head movement, hitting back, and etc. Have to build up the foundation of batting slowly first yet all busy teaching kids to make contact...
Best way to simplify the swing and lead with your hands. One of the greatest hitters. Thank you for your contributions to the game and a great hitting video!
Man, it would have been so cool to play for Gwynn at SDSU. I would have been a sponge as much as possible.
It was amazing that from age 6 I had a stance and swing very natural to his, almost perfectly neutral, medium- high front kick, was a little more of a pull hitter. I like seeing the kid on the soft toss. Very pure motion, can tell where the ball is going before he finishes contact. More shoulders and hands, more oppo field. More trunk and hips leading, the more the hands trail, the less you pull, so if it's bang bang to contact, it'd be to right center, just to the right of 2B. Hands through a little quicker, more toward the first base line. As you develop as a hitter, more of a leg kick is better for power (if you're farther back in the box) but in theory more exploitable to pitchers. Great stuff and long live the greatest hitter since Ted Williams. Tony Gwynn forever.
Guy was a class act all the way , and a great hitter
I like the music from the early 2000's!
My former alum from SDSU is the king of consistency! It's his craft....his approach to the plate!
9 yrs later I'm glad my son can understand from one of the best hall of Famer 💪🏽🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
If you play baseball and haven't watched this video then you haven't been playing baseball to your fullest... Tony is awesome!
Tony really improved my game. What a great hitter
I had the privilege in meeting Tony, rest in peace you were a legend here in San Diego. Thanks for the memories Mr. Padre
Tony's students here are talented young guys with excellent swings.
If anyone's ever looking for an example Class Act, they need look no further then the inimitable Tony Gwynn! What a pro and what a gentleman.
One of the purest hitters ever.....
RIP from Southern California.
My kids play HS ball and watch Tony and Ted Williams for all things hitting related.
God bless Tony Gwynn
3:04 maybe put your S logo somewhere else lol
🤣
You know what's crazy is that most of what he's shown in this video is what most kids learn in little league. Just goes to show that knowing the basics and staying consistent will make you a good hitter
A lot of people neglect the fundamentals man
@@thelonelyone320 yes they do
This video is very helpful to improve my hitting skill.👍⚾🏋️ I'm so glad to meet it.👍 I appreciate you and your video.✌️
Mr Padre. The entire city of san diego was devastated when he died. 2:54 ayy, it's jr!
Its funny he talks about having a very small amount of head movement during the swing. I was recently watching Ken Griffey Jr hitting and his head was completely stationary through his swing.
Tony Gwynn = CLASS ACT
When I was a kid to me him and Steve Garvey was the greatest players I'm a die-hard padre fan
I had Tony Gwynn’s 1990 topps baseball card.
Thanks For The Tips,Mr. Padre
I believe lining up the knuckles gets the best result. less stress on the swing. finger knuckles, not the fist
Thanks for watching and sharing your tips!
Danny boy Alex Rodriguez does that and he said to do the same and it relly helps
Danny boy
We called them your “door knockers” same knuckles you use to knock on a door with
EL MEJOR BATEADOR DE LA HISTORIA SIN DUDA, EL GRAN TONY GWYNN
The best hitter of his time! RIP Mr. Padre #19
The very best swing a bat like a golf club. Short to no stride. Hips clear before striking ball. High-low-high swing path. Hands leading the bat or club which creates lag and power.
im new to baseball, this helped me a bit.
Tony was the man!
Great video great tip recommend to any player!!!!!!!!!!!!
One of my favorite a loyal players you dont see loyalty like what he had now a days
Tony Gwynn my all-time lead off hitter, yes even over Ty Cobb!! I believe Gwynn is more adapted to the modern game.
Nah. Cobb 1st. Tony 2nd. Cobb would score 135, Tony would drive in Cobb 135 times.
Gwynn was the man!
Leading with the knob, but also turning the barrel 😉
Good video! Tony was a hit monster!!!!
Tony is a class act. RIP. Interesting that there was no talk of load or back leg.
Great upload
rest in peace slugger love watching your video's
Miss and love ya Tony 🙏#19
I'm here more to hear his voice. Man, I miss it. I would tune in at 4:00 to KFMB just to hear him talk to Mark Larson. Tony has the greatest laugh in the world.
I have baseball statistic books that reach back to the beginning of the sport. Not one of my books has a statistic about players facing a fresh pitcher. That is something that came out in the 1980's. Way back when - you did not have 5 or 6 or more fresh pitchers to face.
What a standup human being Tony is.
I love his voice
Goat
this was magical